Belkin’s New 17-Inch LCD Rack Console Gives Convenient Control of Racked Servers from a Secure, Compact Console

New Rack Console enables constant monitoring and saves space with its slim design and unique dual-glide rails

(Compton, CA) - January 5, 2006 – Belkin’s 17-Inch LCD Rack Console gives system administrators a convenient and flexible way to control servers, while using only 1U of rack space. Its unique dual-glide rail system allows the LCD panel to remain displayed even with the server-rack door closed. The 17-inch LCD Rack Console will be available in North America in late January. It will also be on display at the 2006 International CES Show in Las Vegas, NV, January 5–8, at 31247 South Hall and at Macworld Conference & Expo in San Francisco, CA, January 10–13, at 717 South Hall.

17-Inch LCD Rack Console (F1DC101P) – $1,999.99

17-Inch LCD Rack Console with 1x8 KVM Switch (F1DC108C) – $2,399.99

The slim design of the Console fits a standard 19-inch rack, ensuring clearance for the full extension of the LCD and keyboard. The console offers a key-locking mechanism to prevent unauthorized access, and dual cable-management arms that organize console cables as the drawer extends and retracts.

A descendent of Belkin’s popular 15-inch LCD Rack Console, this new Console features a premium-grade LCD panel with increased rotation for better viewing flexibility, heavy-duty steel rails for smoother drawer movement and extended operating life, and built-in, adjustable mounting brackets for easier installation.

The 17-inch LCD Rack Console is also available with a built-in OmniView Quad-Bus 1x8 KVM Switch with Micro-Cabling, designed to save you rack space and money. Its integrated KVM Switch includes full expandability, multiuser control, and easy cable management. With a graphical on-screen display (OSD), configuration and monitoring is straightforward and secure. The Console works with any Belkin KVM switch and conveniently offers cross-platform support for PS/2 and USB-type servers.

Benefits

• Provides up to 115-degree monitor rotation for greater viewing flexibility
• Features grade-A, 17" LCT TFT active-matrix, color panel for high-quality images, especially for viewing multiple applications
• Delivers 1280x1024@65Hz resolution through a protected, tempered-glass overlay for best visual performance
• Features built-in, adjustable brackets for broadest rack compatibility and ease of installation
• Adjusts LCD easily with front-panel controls
• Integrates compact 105-keyboard, including numeric 10-key keypad with centrally located touch pad for optimal ergonomics
• Provides multilevel security options via graphical OSD to prevent unwanted access to servers (Available on built-in switch)
• Works with any KVM switch from Belkin or other vendors
• Comes with a Belkin 2-Year Warranty

About Belkin International, Inc.

Belkin provides end-to-end SMB and enterprise solutions in networking, racks/enclosures, and power protection, in addition to a broad USB and cable product mix. A privately held company founded in California in 1983, Belkin has developed industry-leading innovations, prized by channel partners and end-users alike for their dependability, customer service, and comprehensive warranties. Belkin has achieved over twenty consecutive years of dramatic growth and remains committed to making significant strides in the areas of research and design. For product offerings, awards, and further company information, visit www.belkin.com.